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Varennes-sur-Seine walks
Where the Seine and Yonne rivers meet, passing through Marolles-sur-Seine
Visorando Member 
12.55 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Montereau-Fault-Yonne (Seine-et-Marne)
Passing through the Seiglats Regional Nature Reserve on this hike, you will see a variety of birds, including birds of prey and passerines, as well as locks along the banks of the Seine and Yonne rivers and ponds.
At the confluence of the Seine and Yonne rivers
Visorando Member 7.38 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Montereau-Fault-Yonne (Seine-et-Marne)
Hiking around Varenne-sur-Seine. The trails leading to springs, mills and wash houses complete this circuit, passing by the Noue Notre-Dame leisure centre and the botanical garden with its castle.
From Montereau-Fault-Yonne to Moret-sur-Loing, from one confluence to another.
Visorando Member 
15.76 mi
+492 ft
-456 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Montereau-Fault-Yonne (Seine-et-Marne)
This is the twenty-fifth stage of the Grand Tour of Île-de-France via the GR®11, starting from Montereau station, not far from the confluence of the Seine and the Yonne, and ending at Moret-Veneux-les-Sablons station, not far from the confluence of the Seine and the Loing. The stage, entirely on the GR®11, follows a route on the left bank of the Seine, joining the Orvanne valley a little further south, and returns to Moret-sur-Loing and its beautiful historic centre, following the Canal du Loing on its towpath.
From Vernou-sur-Seine to Fontainebleau via Saint-Mamès and Thomery
Visorando Member 
10.25 mi
+495 ft
-463 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Vernou-la-Celle-sur-Seine (Seine-et-Marne)
A very varied hike from station to station. The Chemin des Herces, high up, offers beautiful views of the Seine and the town of Saint-Mammès, where you will find a beautiful Romanesque church. After walking along the Seine, you stroll between the old vine walls of Thomery. You return to the banks of the Seine and the hike ends with a detour into the Fontainebleau National Forest.
Three Romanesque churches and five crosses around the Orvanne
Visorando Member 
10.88 mi
+400 ft
-400 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Flagy (Seine-et-Marne) (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike through fields for the most part, which conceals a very rich heritage: three Romanesque churches, an old mill, an old watchtower, a castle and a menhir. Five metal crosses mark the route around the pretty, flower-filled village of Flagy.
The Bois de la Bondue
Visorando Member 
6.97 mi
+295 ft
-295 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from La Brosse-Montceaux (Seine-et-Marne)
A circular route through the plains and some woodland of La Brosse-Montceau. Here you can admire the Château de La Brosse and a few historic wells. The route runs alongside part of the aqueduct, some of which is buried and some of which is above ground.
Tour of Île aux Moines and a stroll along the banks of the Seine
Visorando Member 
4.14 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Marolles-sur-Seine (Seine-et-Marne)
A short walk starting from the beautiful church in Marolles-sur-Seine, an excuse for a leisurely stroll or a picnic by the water.
The Orvanne between Écuelles and Montarlot
Visorando Member 
9.09 mi
+328 ft
-358 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Écuelles (Seine-et-Marne) (Seine-et-Marne)
Running parallel to the Orvanne river, this hike takes place mainly through fields, with sections along the edge of woods and through pretty villages.
At the confluence of the Seine and the Loing
Visorando Member 
5.52 mi
+194 ft
-217 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Mammès (Seine-et-Marne)
Rising between Forterre and Puisaye, and after a course of more than 150 kilometres, the Loing flows into the Seine to the south-east of the Forest of Fontainebleau. This rather short route runs alongside these two rivers and the Canal du Loing for much of its length. A section through the forest adds variety to the landscape. The beautiful old Saint-Mammès Church and a few reproductions of paintings by Alfred Sisley add an undeniable touch of heritage to this walk.
The Pierre Cornoise Menhir between Thoury and Flagy
Visorando Member 
5.24 mi
+98 ft
-66 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Thoury-Férottes (Seine-et-Marne)
Hike along the banks of the Orvanne from Thoury to Flagy. Discover Flagy and the Pierre Cornoise menhir.
Moret-sur-Loing par Loing et Seine au départ de Saint-Mammès
Visorando Member 6.98 mi
+184 ft
-180 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Veneux-les-Sablons (Seine-et-Marne)
Visit the medieval town of Moret-sur-Loing coming from Saint-Mammès along the banks of the Loing. Return along the banks of the Seine. Check the opening hours of the Pont Loup museum.
Please note: on Sunday mornings, there is a market in the car park.
The route has been significantly modified to take into account various passages that have become unusable by pedestrians and to avoid walking along the railway line on the way back, without walking too much on tarmac.
The charm of the southern part of the Fontainebleau Forest
Visorando Member 
8.72 mi
+682 ft
-623 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Veneux-les-Sablons (Seine-et-Marne)
A day's hike to enjoy the charm of the southern part of the Forest of Fontainebleau, combining rocky trails, beautiful woodland paths and the historical interest of villages and small towns (Bourron-Marlotte, Veneux-les-Sablons).
From Moret-sur-Loing to Fontainebleau
Visorando Member 8.49 mi
+312 ft
-315 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Veneux-les-Sablons (Seine-et-Marne)
Hike in the Forest of Fontainebleau, with no difficulty except for a short steep climb, away from the busy paths and perfectly marked from start to finish.
From Moret-sur-Loing to Fontainebleau through the forest
Visorando Member 
17.27 mi
+640 ft
-617 ft
8h 30
Very difficult
Departure from Veneux-les-Sablons (Seine-et-Marne)
Twenty-sixth stage of the Grand Tour of Île-de-France via the GR®11, connecting the Moret-Veneux-les-Sablons and Fontainebleau-Avon stations through the Fontainebleau Forest, bypassing the town of Fontainebleau. During this crossing of the forest, we will walk along wide shaded paths, steep trails through sandstone blocks, and a few interesting viewpoints.
From Champagne-sur-Seine to Bourron-Marlotte via the Restant du Long Rocher
Visorando Member 
12.28 mi
+781 ft
-712 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Champagne-sur-Seine (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station, mainly through a section of the Fontainebleau Forest that is not among the most frequented. The forest route alternates between wide paths and trails that wind through rocky terrain. Before that, the crossing of Thomery offers beautiful heritage sites, including its grape walls and some beautiful views of the Seine.
On the corniche and along the banks of the Seine from Champagne-sur-Seine
Visorando Member 
6.11 mi
+243 ft
-243 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Champagne-sur-Seine (Seine-et-Marne)
A loop offering beautiful views of the Seine and its valley! After an initial section in the forest, the trail follows a pleasant path along the riverbank, offering superb panoramic views. The hike ends on the banks of the Seine, with a picturesque passage on the small island of Basses Godernes.
The wash houses of Voulx and Diant
Visorando Member 
3.84 mi
+187 ft
-174 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Voulx (Seine-et-Marne)
This is an easy, short hike, offering the opportunity to discover some beautiful wash houses and the banks of the Orvanne. Children who are used to walking and older people can keep up.
Around the Bois Boucher Grignon
Visorando Member 
4.75 mi
+164 ft
-161 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Voulx (Seine-et-Marne)
A circular loop in the hills above Voulx, a mix of open countryside and woodland...
The Javot Valley starting from Machault
Visorando Member 
8.40 mi
+381 ft
-377 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Machault (Seine-et-Marne) (Seine-et-Marne)
Variation of the "From vineyards to orchards in the Javot valley" hike available on the FFRP Seine-et-Marne hiking website.
The Plaine de Sorques and Marion des Roches
Visorando Member 
5.26 mi
+141 ft
-148 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Montigny-sur-Loing (Seine-et-Marne)
After a short climb up Mont Marion, you will skirt around the Plaine de Sorques, which is a sensitive natural area and a bird sanctuary.
From the Sorques Nature Reserve to the Béatrix Cave
Visorando Member 
11.69 mi
+869 ft
-869 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Montigny-sur-Loing (Seine-et-Marne)
This walk takes you along part of the Blue Trail of the Restant du Long Rocher, approaching it from the east.
From the Sorques plain (a nature reserve on the banks of the Loing), it joins Route Blue No. 11 via little-used paths and, along the way, offers a beautiful view of the southern part of the forest with its "Table du Roi", before reaching Haut-Mont (two very different viewpoints).
As is often the case in Bleau, the landscape changes almost at every junction...
Episy-Ecuelles
Visorando Member 
5.03 mi
+125 ft
-125 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Épisy (Seine-et-Marne)
An easy, almost entirely flat hike from Episy to Ecuelles via theGR® de Pays du Lunain, passing behind the Episy aerodrome. The return journey is along the towpath beside the Canal du Loing. This route is easily manageable for a brave child.
Episy, its marsh and the Etang de la Genevraye
Visorando Member 
3.49 mi
+10 ft
-7 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Épisy (Seine-et-Marne)
A circular route around the Étang de la Genevraye and a visit to the Marais d'Episy, which presents no difficulty.
The sand pits of the Yonne
Visorando Member 
9.05 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Misy-sur-Yonne (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike with a water theme! First, across fields, you will pass sand pits and disused quarries that have been transformed into vast ponds. The second part takes place entirely along the Yonne, which you follow for about 7 km. Two churches and two castles complete the picture nicely.
Le Rocher d'Avon, Le Petit Mont Chauvet and Le Rocher de Bouligny
Visorando Member 
9.97 mi
+525 ft
-551 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Fontainebleau (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike in areas of the Fontainebleau Forest that are not among the most frequented. The forest trail alternates between wide paths and trails that wind through rocky outcrops and vegetation. There are a few points offering extensive views of the forest and the town of Fontainebleau and its castle.
From Thomery to Fontaine-le-Port via the Tour Denecourt and the Rocher de Samois
Visorando Member 
11.25 mi
+515 ft
-650 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Fontainebleau (Seine-et-Marne)
A walk from station to station in the eastern part of the Forest of Fontainebleau. The route alternates between wide paths and trails that wind through the forest. You climb two hills topped by a tower dating from the late 19th century, the summit of one of which offers a sweeping panorama.
The Château de By and the grape walls of Thomery
Visorando Member 
5.60 mi
+164 ft
-148 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Fontainebleau (Seine-et-Marne)
This hike, which begins and ends in the forest of Fontainebleau, takes us on a journey to discover the painter Rosa Bonheur (1822-1899) and the château where she lived and set up her studio. We then stroll among the old vine walls that made Thomery famous in its day. A footpath offers the opportunity for a picturesque walk along the banks of the Seine.
From Villemarechal to the Lunain Valley via Paley
Visorando Member 
6.85 mi
+269 ft
-253 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Villemaréchal (Seine-et-Marne)
An easy walk to explore the Lunain Valley.
Route du Rocher des Princes via Les Ventes Bourbon
Visorando Member 7.06 mi
+194 ft
-207 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Fontainebleau (Seine-et-Marne)
An easy walk suitable for families, taking around half a day.
The Rocher des Princes
Visorando Member 
4.77 mi
+440 ft
-433 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Fontainebleau (Seine-et-Marne)
The Rocher des Princes is a medium-difficulty loop in the pretty Fontainebleau Forest. It alternates between fairly steep climbs and descents with flat paths, allowing you to rest between the difficult sections.
Rocher de Samoreau, Fours du Roy and banks of the Seine
Visorando Member 
7.75 mi
+541 ft
-551 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Samoreau (Seine-et-Marne)
A rural hike that alternates between old villages, former quarries, forest and the banks of the Seine. The road that was previously used for the return journey has changed from a private road to a public road and is no longer suitable for walking, hence a significant change to the route.
Discover the islands of Samois-sur-Seine by canoe
Visorando Member 5.39 mi
+3 ft
-0 ft
4 hrs
Easy
Departure from Samoreau (Seine-et-Marne)
This route offers a circular trip on the Seine by canoe or kayak in the south of Seine-et-Marne. It is an easy route and allows you to discover the grand bourgeois mansions typical of the Val de Seine in the Norman style, the two islands of Samois-sur-Seine with their heritage steeped in history (an ancient Gallo-Roman bridge, an old station standing alone on Île aux Barbiers, etc.) and then the romantic and peaceful banks of the Seine at Samois, with their old houses built from local stone.
From Blennes to Vallery Castle
Visorando Member 
6.09 mi
+272 ft
-269 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Blennes (Seine-et-Marne)
A circular route leading from Blennes to Vallery along the Orvanne river. Upon arrival in Vallery, you will discover the magnificent Saint-Thomas de Cantorbéry Church and the Château de Vallery (private). The return journey takes you through Les Bergeries and across the Orval river.
Villefermoy Forest - Northern Circular Loop
Visorando Member 
8.24 mi
+102 ft
-112 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-Rablais (Seine-et-Marne)
One of the few forest trails that can be followed in the heart of Brie. A route that is mainly in cool shade, with a brief stretch through the fields around the Ferme d'Heurtebise.
The Hamlets to the East of Lorrez-le-Bocage
Visorando Member 
5.36 mi
+210 ft
-207 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Lorrez-le-Bocage-Préaux (Seine-et-Marne)
A circuit to the east of Lorrez-le-Bocage, along the Lunain in places with views of Lorrez-le-Bocage both to the south and north. The starting point is the car park in Place de la République in Lorrez-le-Bocage.
Villefermoy Forest - Southern Circular Loop
Visorando Member 
8.74 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from La Chapelle-Rablais (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike mainly through forest, which also includes passages between fields and offers some interesting heritage features.
This hike is reserved for those who are not put off by trudging through dense vegetation.
The banks of the Lunain from Vaux-sur-Lunain to Le Nid du Corbeau
Visorando Member 
4.97 mi
+180 ft
-187 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Vaux-sur-Lunain (Seine-et-Marne)
A circular loop between Vaux-sur-Lunain and the hamlet known as "Le Nid du Corbeau", following the banks of the Lunain.
A semi-shaded route, pleasant in the morning, with the return leg with the sun at your back.
Along the Seine between Fontaine-le-Port and Chartrettes
Visorando Member 6.01 mi
+167 ft
-164 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Fontaine-le-Port (Seine-et-Marne)
A walk along the Seine, with the village of Fontaine-le-Port, a section ofthe GR®2 trailoverlooking the Seine towards Chartrettes, then the Bois-le-Roi leisure centre on the other side of the river.
From Fontaine-le-Port to Champagne-sur-Seine via the hillsides on the right bank
Visorando Member 
11.07 mi
+538 ft
-495 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Fontaine-le-Port (Seine-et-Marne)
A hike from station to station high up on the right bank of the Seine, offering beautiful views of the river and the nearby Forest of Fontainebleau. The first and last thirds of the hike follow paths that wind through the forest. In between, the route alternates between fields, woods and residential areas, with some interesting heritage sites.